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♲ Swede’s Photographs - 2024-04-28 15:33:42 GMT

Wind Rider: The Majestic Flight of a KiteCharlie and I were sitting outside this morning. I was drinking coffee, watching for birds, and taking care of some business on my phone. Suddenly, dozens of Mississippi Kites (ctinia mississippiensis) appeared in the sky, riding the thermals, circling, slowly moving south or east. They were pretty high, and a few passed over, I was able to get a couple of recognizable photos so that I identified the birds.

I don't post all of the photos that I post here to my Pixels gallery, but I post the photos I like best. Some don't make the cut. I most likely will not post this one to the gallery. I usually wait a couple of days to see how I feel about it then.

You can check out my gallery at: swede1952-photographs.pixels.com

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"A single Mississippi kite is captured in mid-flight against a pale sky. Its wings are fully spread, displaying an impressive wingspan. The detailed feathers create a natural gradient effect, with varying shades of brown and grey. The kite’s compact body and focused eyes give it an intense look as it soars effortlessly, embodying grace and freedom. The photo is credited to “© Swede's Photographs.” - Copilot
"The image predominantly features a clear, expansive sky as the background. Against this canvas, multiple Mississippi kites are visible, scattered across the sky. These elegant birds are captured in mid-flight, their wings spread out wide. Each kite occupies a different altitude and angle, creating a dynamic view of their soaring motion. The overall mood of the image is serene and natural, as if the birds are dancing with the wind. " - Copilot

Swede’s Photographs (@Swede1952@universeodon.com)

11K Posts, 5.74K Following, 5.93K Followers · Retired soldier, I spent about 30 years in the military (USMC/Army). Also recently retired computer systems engineer. So, I'm just plain retired. I need something to do so, I decided on photography...

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